A patient scheduled for a positron emission tomography (PET) scan who wanted medication to relieve her anxiety was prescribed Versed, but the nurse mistakenly injected the patient with a fatal dose of...
Your patient is a 28-year-old man who says he is attempting to have a healthier lifestyle. He explains that because of the on-the-go nature of his job, he dines out at fast-food restaurants often but tries...
A series of investigative reports by a local news station highlighted that doctors in Texas were fleeing disciplinary proceedings in other states, and some have had their licenses revoked in other states....
A 36-year-old man, is considering taking up a vegetarian diet to improve his overall health. While he loves fish and the occasional steak, he wants to maintain the healthiest possible diet.
A Florida physician and the facility at which he worked have been ordered to pay approximately $7.6 million after a bacterial infection was misdiagnosed as a sprained ankle, resulting in the patient...
After a check-up, the mother of a 16-year-old boy asks about the risks associated with cannabis use in adolescents. The mother commonly uses cannabis, and is curious about what effects it could have on her...
Your patient is a 36-year-old woman with a body mass index of 26 who is concerned about her risk of diabetes. She recently began exercising every day, and is curious about what changes to her diet you think...
After years of debate and battles surrounding California’s cap on medical malpractice awards, lawmakers have reached an agreement to replace a ballot measure raising medical malpractice caps with...
Your patient is a 36-year-old woman who was recently diagnosed with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). At a recent appointment, she asks about lifestyle modifications that could help to lessen the...
Your patient is a 62-year-old man with rheumatoid arthritis. While his condition is well managed through NSAIDs and antirheumatic medications, he is curious if there are any lifestyle changes he could make...
